New research shows how outdoor parks provide opportunities for children to engage in risky play and develop independence and problem-solving skills.
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eParenting and Parenting in the 21st Century
eParenting used to mean keeping your kids safe on the Internet, however now it has a wider scope including parenting with the use of technology, and distance parenting. Curated by Peter Mellow |
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New research shows how outdoor parks provide opportunities for children to engage in risky play and develop independence and problem-solving skills.
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Watching the reality TV series “Alone” is a good way to give children who have grown up in a society that is hyper-connected to the online world but profoundly disconnected from the natural one, a different perspective on both.
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“I guess a lot of people might find it a little unusual, but to us, it’s now the normal routine,” said Andrew Ortman, the teen’s father.
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Muddy feet, dirty hands and no structure. As the Australian lifestyle alters, parents turn to businesses offering guided play to help their children.
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Before she became a famous scientist and inventor, Temple Grandin was a kid who liked to play outside. In her new children's book, "The Outdoor Scientist: The Wonder of Observing the Natural World," now out, she encourages kids to follow her lead into the outdoors.
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What outdoor family time has taught me about being a better dad My most vivid childhood memories are of family camping trips. These experiences
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Yes, the devices are appealing. But children need — and benefit from— free time in nature.
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If you want to get your kids into the garden, it helps to make it an interesting space to be in.
Last week we talked about letting kids live a little dangerously in the backyard with tree houses, climbing ropes and the like. Now the focus shifts to what's on the ground level.
When it comes to plants and garden design, here are 10 ways to add some child-friendly touches in your garden.